SOC: Beckham didn't change boots to save kangaroos

AAP Sports News (Australia), February, 2006

> AAP Sports News (Australia) 02-07-2006 SOC: Beckham didn't change boots to save kangaroos HERZOGENAURACH, Germany, Feb 6 DPA - Real Madrid star David Beckham didn't stop wearing adidas Predator football boots made out of baby kangaroo leather as a result of watching a video sent by animal rights campaigners, the sports manufacturer suggested today. Campaigners have applauded England captain Beckham's decision to switch to Predators made from synthetic materials but adidas, have suggested the move is because he is "very fashion conscious". Anne Putz, a spokeswoman for the company told DPA that Beckham liked to try "new colours and designs". adidas are of the understanding that Beckham will still play with boots made out of kangaroo leather at...

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